1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2012 Pagani Huayra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 591 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Pagani Huayra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm). This means 2012 Pagani Huayra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pagani |
| Model | 300 | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 3.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2036 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2795 mm |
